THE essential ingredient to authentic tasting Lebkuchen, Pfeffernüsse and more, absolutely NOTHING compares to the bold and vibrant flavors of homemade Lebkuchengewürz! This fragrance and flavor of this German gingerbread spice will make you think you're walking the streets of one of Germany's famous Christmas markets! What is Lebkuchengewürz? Many of you will have … Continue reading →
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Black Currant Jam
Enjoy this delicious homemade black currant jam spread on toast, scones, ice cream, hot buttered rolls, pancakes, waffles, grilled meats, meatballs or used in muffins, tarts, cakes, pastries and more! It's easy to make and is made without pectin. Slather this black currant jam on our homemade Crumpets or Sourdough English Muffins for a real treat! You can even add … Continue reading →
Lavender Lemonade
Lavender is a unique flavor like none other and pairing it with lemon is a match made in heaven. This Lavender Lemonade recipe is positively perfect for the hot weather! This lavender lemonade was inspired by the time I spent living in England. I lived just south of Cambridge for 6 years and something I enjoyed doing in the summertime was travel up north to the … Continue reading →
Classic Lemon Curd
A sweet burst of Summer sunshine, this is one condiment you must make part of your regular rotation! This classic Lemon Curd recipe is easy to make and results in the creamiest texture and loveliest flavor. Use it as a spread for toast, muffins or scones, use it as a filling for cakes and tarts, serve with pancakes or waffles, enjoy it warmed up as an ice cream topping, … Continue reading →
Waldorf Salad
Crispy apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery and toasted walnuts are enveloped in a creamy sauce in this Waldorf Salad recipe. Originally made for New York City's rich and elite, this famous salad soon became a staple in every American home. What is Waldorf Salad? This famous salad has become embedded in American culture as a timeless culinary classic. This Waldorf … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Breakfast Sausage (Links or Patties)
Nothing beats homemade and homemade breakfast sausages are no exception! Tender, moist, and wonderfully flavorful, this homemade breakfast sausage recipe is entirely from scratch without any fillers or junk ingredients and the sausages taste absolutely amazing! Truly nothing beats the quality and flavor of homemade breakfast sausage! Not only do they taste … Continue reading →
Smoked Ham
Learn how to smoke a ham! Whether you're making a raw ham from scratch or simply want to infuse your store-bought ham with that delicious smoke flavor, this smoked ham recipe tutorial includes all the information you need along with step-by-step photos to create a masterpiece! Smoking a ham is easy, deeply satisfying, and the flavor will absolutely WOW you and your … Continue reading →
Greek Seasoning
Look no further for the BEST Greek Seasoning recipe! Use it on your meats, seafood, pasta, vegetables, salads and dressings and more, this is a fabulous all-purpose seasoning with the perfect blend of flavors! I developed this Greek Seasoning recipe many years ago after being frustrated with the various blends available on the market. I wanted something bolder, … Continue reading →
Everything Bagel Seasoning
This homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning recipe is sure to become a favorite blend that you'll reach for time and time again! Wonderfully fragrant and bursting with flavor, this popular seasoning blend makes practically everything taste more delicious! What is an Everything Bagel? Our featured seasoning blend comes from what is known as an "everything bagel", which … Continue reading →
BEST Chili Powder (from scratch)
Move over store-bought chili powder! With an incredibly robust and vibrant flavor, NOTHING compares to homemade chili powder made from scratch - it's a total game changer! This Chili Powder recipe is easy to make and I can practically guarantee that after tasting this you'll never want to buy it again! We all know people who claim to make THE best chili on the … Continue reading →
Traditional Mince Pies
If you've never experienced homemade mince pies (aka mincemeat pie) you don't know what you're missing! Leave the store-bought mince pie on the shelf and get ready to fall in love - nothing compares to homemade! Mincemeat pie, also called mince pie, has occupied a prominent place on Britain's holiday table for centuries and that tradition continues today. During … Continue reading →
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Get ready to be transported to the Caribbean island of Jamaica as you take your first bite of this deliciously bold and dynamic, finger-licking chicken! This Jerk Chicken recipe is easy to make and captures the authentic flavors of Jamaica. Sweet, spicy and deliciously complex, it's a flavor experience your taste buds are sure to remember! If you've never tried … Continue reading →
Cocktail Sauce
Are you looking for the perfect sauce to accompany your shrimp, oysters, clams, crab legs, crab cakes and more? Look no further than this homemade Cocktail Sauce recipe that takes just 5 minutes to prepare, is free from all the junk ingredients found in the store-bought stuff, and tastes even better than the restaurant versions! If you've followed my website for … Continue reading →
Ultimate Coronation Chicken
Originally created and served for Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953, Coronation Chicken has remained a popular dish in Great Britain ever since. This BEST Coronation Chicken recipe bumps up the flavor several notches for a truly delicious meal that can be enjoyed as a salad, with rice, on baked potatoes, or as a delicious sandwich filling! In thinking about … Continue reading →
Traditional Eccles Cakes
One of Britain's most famous and beloved pastries, these traditional Eccles cakes are delightfully flaky and packed with a mixture of sweet currants, candied citrus peel and spices. Get ready to experience one of the most delicious pastries you've ever tasted! A thoroughly authentic Eccles Cakes recipe. The Eccles Cake is practically a British institution. And … Continue reading →
Seasoned Salt
This Seasoned Salt recipe is the only one you'll ever need to enhance the flavor of your French fries, chicken, fish and chips, meat, potatoes, vegetables and more! Keep it at your dinner table as a favorite all-purpose spice blend! What is Seasoned Salt? Also called seasoning salt, it is the perfect all-purpose spice blend to keep on your dining room table and near … Continue reading →
Pot Roast Seasoning
Savory, sweet, smoky and salty - these flavors describe this Pot Roast Seasoning recipe that will make your next pot roast a total smash hit! You can also use this pot roast dry rub with chicken, pork, veggies or as an all-purpose seasoning to keep at the dinner table! I avoid most store-bought sauce packets, dressings and seasonings mixes as much as possible for a … Continue reading →
Rhubarb Crisp
This delightful sweet and tangy Rhubarb Crisp recipe features a wonderfully crunchy, crumbly topping of oats, brown sugar, butter, almonds, and cinnamon. It's truly an unforgettable dessert experience that is sure to become a favorite! Homemade Rhubarb Crisp I've always been a big fan of "crisps". Whether apple, berry, peach or pear, if there's a crisp served with … Continue reading →
Dukkah (Egyptian Seasoning Blend)
With its combination of nuts, seeds, spices and herbs, Dukkah is a unique and incredibly delicious Egyptian seasoning blend! This dukkah recipe is quick and easy to make so you can begin enjoying it as a dip for your bread or veggies, as a coating for meat, or sprinkled over your hummus, salads, sandwiches, and more! Get ready for one of the most unique and … Continue reading →
Millionaire’s Shortbread
The ultimate sweet confection, this luxurious Millionaire's Shortbread recipe features rich and buttery Scottish shortbread followed by a layer of caramel and chocolate. It's phenomenally delicious! What is Millionaire's Shortbread? If you like Scottish shortbread, and you like caramel and chocolate, then Millionaire's Shortbread is about as close to heaven as you … Continue reading →
Za’atar (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
Za'atar is the Middle Eastern seasoning blend you never knew you needed! Uniquely flavorful and deliciously versatile, this blend will transform all the foods you add it to! Read below for delicious ways to use it and grab our easy-to-make za'atar recipe! Za'atar is one of my most favorite Middle Eastern spice blends. Another top competitor is Dukkah, which is … Continue reading →
Traditional Hot Cross Buns
The world famous sweet yeasted buns enjoyed throughout the Easter holidays or all year long, these Hot Cross Buns are packed with flavor and all of the charm of their long, rich history! This traditional hot cross buns recipe will ensure your success and is sure to become your go-to from now on! What are Hot Cross Buns? Hot cross buns are a sweet, yeasted buns made … Continue reading →
Traditional Irish Lamb Stew
A traditional Irish Lamb Stew recipe featuring succulent lamb, sweet root vegetables, and an irresistibly rich broth. True to tradition, it's made with simple ingredients but the end result is exquisite. Get ready for an incredibly flavorful and robust stew that will nourish both body and soul! What is Irish Stew? If you look up "Irish Stew" recipes online you'll … Continue reading →
Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato sticks are tossed with olive oil, seasoned with spices, and baked until crispy. This Sweet Potato Fries recipe is easy to make, tastes incredibly delicious, and just when you thought it couldn't get any better, these fries are really HEALTHY too! Now that's a combination you don't find every day! I've been an avid gardener for years but growing up in … Continue reading →
Traditional Yorkshire Parkin
If you're a fan of gingerbread and are looking for something uniquely different - this traditional Yorkshire Parkin is it! From Yorkshire, England, Parkin is an age-old cake featuring oats and black treacle (molasses) to create a delightfully sticky, chewy cake with a deeply robust flavor that only improves with time! The year was 1728. Banging his gavel, the … Continue reading →
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Leave the store-bought seasoning pouches on the shelf. Not only is this homemade taco seasoning recipe free of all the junk ingredients, it's quick and easy to make AND it tastes better! Use this homemade taco seasoning mix exactly as you would the store-bought stuff in any recipe that calls for it. It takes all of 2 minutes to make it. Make some ahead of time … Continue reading →
Pickled Jalapenos
With the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, these Pickled Jalapenos are as versatile as they are delicious! This pickled jalapenos recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and the jalapenos are ready to enjoy within a day! I'm a wimp when it comes to heat. I can't handle too much of it. And for that reason I'm not a fan of hot peppers, especially ones that are … Continue reading →
Traditional Christmas Pudding (Figgy Pudding)
A thoroughly authentic Christmas Pudding recipe, also known as Plum Pudding or Figgy Pudding! It's the perfect make-ahead dessert as the flavors only get better over time. A household favorite for centuries, no traditional Christmas is complete without a Christmas Pudding! Serve this Christmas Pudding with our homemade Vanilla Custard or Hard Sauce and for another … Continue reading →
Authentic English Crumpets
Crispy, chewy and delicately spongy in texture with a delicious depth of yeasty flavor, for the best and most authentic homemade crumpets look no further! Serve these crumpets with homemade Black Currant Jam, Strawberry Rhubarb Jam, Gooseberry Jam, Golden Syrup, honey, or just slather on the butter and you're all set for an irresistibly delicious treat of one of Great … Continue reading →
Pickled Beets
These homemade pickled beets are easy to make, keep for months, and taste absolutely fabulous! You can make these to keep in your refrigerator where they'll keep for several weeks or you can water-bath can them for long-term storage, directions provided below! I've always been a fan of pickled beets. I'm not sure how or when this love affair started, but even as … Continue reading →
BEST Traditional Mincemeat
If you've never cared for the store-bought stuff or even most homemade versions, you're not alone. But just wait until you've tried this ultimate homemade mincemeat recipe - it's a total game-changer! Whether you've never liked mincemeat or you've always loved it, prepare to either be converted or to fall more deeply in love! Few people today know the taste of … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Crumpets
The iconic British tea time favorite takes on a healthier twist! This Whole Wheat Crumpets recipe produces wonderfully soft, spongy, chewy crumpets filled with those trademark holes. Serve with butter and jam and you're all set for a delicious treat! Along with rave reviews from my readers for my traditional crumpets recipe have also come requests for a whole … Continue reading →
Porcini Salt
A super simple but incredibly powerful seasoned salt to add intense depth, flavor and a burst of umami to your dishes! A wonderful all-purpose seasoning, keep a bowl of this Porcini Salt at your table and watch as your guest's eyes widen when they taste it! One of my very favorite seasonings, it's also the simplest to make with only TWO INGREDIENTS! If you've … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Made with ingredients you already have in your pantry, this homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe is super quick to make and is cheaper and much more FLAVORFUL than store-bought! Use this in any recipe calling for pumpkin spice and you'll immediately notice the massive flavor improvement from this fresh spice blend. There's just simply good reason to buy pumpkin pie … Continue reading →
Gluten Free Treacle Tart
A gluten free version of one of Great Britain's most famous desserts, this gluten free Treacle Tart recipe features a perfectly flaky, buttery crust filled with a deliciously gooey, lemon-infused filling! A frequently requested dessert in our home, Treacle Tart is a family favorite. And though no one in our family has celiac, I still try to avoid overloading on … Continue reading →
Hard Sauce (Brandy Butter)
A traditional Hard Sauce recipe (aka Brandy Butter recipe) that's quick and easy to make and will add extra flavor, moisture, and exquisite yumminess to your warm desserts! It's an absolute MUST for a traditional Christmas spread! This traditional brandy butter comes together in just minutes and will do wonders for your hot desserts! What is Hard Sauce / Brandy … Continue reading →
Eggnog Custard Sauce
Luxuriously smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious, this Eggnog Custard recipe will become your go-to dessert sauce for the holidays! Custard is a popular dessert sauce throughout the UK in particular as well as in other parts of the world. Most commonly it's vanilla custard and is enjoyed drizzled over a variety of desserts. This Eggnog Custard sauce is a seasonal … Continue reading →
How To Make Golden Syrup
If you have a recipe that calls for Golden Syrup and you don't have it, there's no need to rush to the store or special order it - this tutorial will show you how to make golden syrup right in your kitchen! Just 3 ingredients, 99% hands off, and it keeps for months! What Is Golden Syrup? Golden Syrup is something you may not have heard of unless you're into British … Continue reading →
Authentic Cornish Pasty Recipe
The national dish of Cornwall, England, this authentic Cornish Pasty recipe features savory flaky pastry pockets filled with beef and vegetables. It's English comfort food at its very best! One of the most famous of all British dishes, Cornish pasties enjoy a long and rich heritage. This authentic Cornish pasty recipe showcases English comfort food at its very … Continue reading →
Authentic Aachener Printen
This authentic Aachener Printen recipe yields those world famous German Lebkuchen (gingerbread) cookies that are richly spiced with deep caramel-like flavor notes! The city of Aachen, Germany is famous for at least a couple of reasons. It was the seat of Charlemagne's empire and is home to a UNESCO heritage site, the Aachener Cathedral, where Charlemagne is … Continue reading →